maintenance YAMAHA MT-09 2015 Owner's Guide

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EAU23203
Checking an d lu bricatin g the
si destan dThe operation of the sidestand should
be checked before each ride, and the
sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal
contact surfaces should be lubricated
if necessary.
WARNING
EWA10732
If the si destan d d oes not move up
an d d own smoothly, have a Yamaha
d ealer check or repair it. Otherwise,
the si destan d coul d contact the
g roun d an d d istract the operator, re-
sultin g in a possi ble loss of control.
EAUM1653
Lub ricatin g the swing arm piv-
otsThe swingarm pivots must be lubricat-
ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAU23273
Checkin g the front forkThe condition and operation of the
front fork must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
To check the con dition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation 1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa- ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoi d injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no dan ger of it fallin g
over.
[EWA10752]
2. While applying the front brake, push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and re-
bounds smoothly.
Recommen ded lu bricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
Recommen ded lu bricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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NOTICE
ECA10591
If any damag e is foun d or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha d ealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU23284
Checkin g the steerin gWorn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to raise the front wheel off the
ground. (See page 6-38 for more
information.) WARNING! To
avoi d injury, securely support
the vehicle so there is no dan ger
of it fallin g over.
[EWA10752]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steer-
ing.
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EAU23292
Checking the wheel b earingsThe front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the wheel bearings.
EAU50291
BatteryThe battery is located under the seat.
(See page 3-21.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to
be checked and, if necessary, tight-
ened.
WARNING
EWA10761
 Electrolyte is poisonous an d
d an gerous since it contains sul-
furic aci d, which causes severe b
urns. Avoi d any contact with
skin, eyes or clothin g an d al-
ways shiel d your eyes when
workin g near b atteries. In case
of contact, ad minister the fol-
lowin g FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty of water.
INTERNAL: Drink lar ge quan-
tities of water or milk an d im-
me diately call a physician.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes an d seek prompt
me dical attention.
 Batteries pro duce explosive hy-
d ro gen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, ci garettes, etc.,
away from the battery an d pro-
vi de sufficient ventilation when
char gin g it in an enclose d
space.
 KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To char ge the battery
Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to
ha v e di s c ha r g e d. Ke e p in m in d t ha t t he
1. Battery
2. Positive battery lead (red)
3. Negative battery lead (black)
21
3
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battery tends to discharge more quick-
ly if the vehicle is equipped with op-
tional electrical accessories.
NOTICE
ECA16522
To char
ge a VRLA (Valve Re gulate d
Lea d Aci d) battery, a special (con-
stant-voltag e) battery char ger is re-
quire d. Usin g a conventional b attery
char ger will d amage the battery.To store the battery
1. If the vehicle will not be used for more than one month, remove the
battery, fully charge it, and then
place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTICE: When removin g the
b attery, be sure the key is
turne d to “OFF”, then discon-
nect the neg ative lead b efore
d isconnectin g the positive lea d.
[ECA16303]
2. If the battery will be stored for
more than two months, check it at
least once a month and fully char-
ge it if necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before installation. NOTICE: When in-
stallin g the battery, be sure the key is turne
d to “OFF”, then
connect the positive lea d b efore
connectin g the ne gative lea d.
[ECA16841]
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.NOTICE
ECA16531
Always keep the b attery charged .
Storin g a dischar ged battery can
cause permanent b attery damag e.
EAU57983
Replacin g the fusesThe fuse boxes and individual fuses
are located under the seat (See page
3-21.) and behind the right side panel.
To access fuse box 1, remove and in-
stall the right side panel as follows.
1. Remove the bolt and quick fasten- ers.
2. Pull the right side panel off as shown.1. Right side panel
2. Bolt
3. Quick fastener
1
3
2
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6MT09 MT09A
3. Place the panel in the original po-sition.
4. Install the bolt and quick fasten- ers.
To access fuse box 2, the main fuse,
and the fuel injection system fuse, re-
move the seat. (See page 3-21.)
1. Fuse box 1
1
1. Ignition fuse
2. Parking lighting fuse
3. Auxiliary fuse
4. Signaling system fuse
5. Headlight fuse
6. Spare fuse
12
6
345
1. Ignition fuse
2. ABS control unit fuse
3. Parking lighting fuse
4. Auxiliary fuse
5. Signaling system fuse
6. Headlight fuse
7. Spare fuse
123
7
456
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MT09 MT09A
TIPTo access the fuel injection system
fuse, remove the starter relay cover by
pulling it upward.
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a hi gher ampera ge
ratin g than recommen ded to
avoi d causin g extensive dam-
a g e to the electrical system an d
possi bly a fire.
[EWA15132]
1. Fuse box 2
2. Main fuse
3. Fuel injection system fuse
4. Fuel injection system spare fuse
1. Radiator fan motor fuse
2. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer sys-
tem)
3. Electronic throttle valve fuse
4. Spare fuse
2
3
4
1
123
4
1. Radiator fan motor fuse
2. Backup fuse (for clock and immobilizer sys-
tem)
3. Electronic throttle valve fuse
4. ABS solenoid fuse
5. ABS motor fuse
6. Spare fuse
123
6
45
1. Starter relay cover
2. Fuel injection system fuse
3. Fuel injection system spare fuse
1
2
3
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63. Turn the key to “ON” and turn onthe electrical circuit in question to
check if the device operates. 4. If the fuse immediately blows
again, have a Yamaha dealer
check the electrical system.
EAU58001
Replacin g the hea dlig ht bul bThis model is equipped with a halogen
bulb headlight. If the headlight bulb
burns out, replace it as follows.NOTICE
ECA10651
Take care not to damag e the follow-
in g parts:
 Hea dlig ht bul b
Do not touch the glass part of
the hea dlig ht bul b to keep it free
from oil, otherwise the transpar-
ency of the glass, the luminosity
of the b ulb, an d the b ulb life will
b e ad versely affecte d. Thor-
ou ghly clean off any d irt and fin-
g erprints on the hea dlig ht bul b
usin g a cloth moistene d with al-
cohol or thinner.
 Hea dlig ht lens
Do not affix any type of tinte d
film or stickers to the hea dlig ht
lens.
Do not use a hea dlig ht bul b of a
wattag e higher than specifie d.
Specifie d fuses:
Main fuse:
50.0 A
Auxiliary fuse:
2.0 A
Headlight fuse: 15.0 A
Signaling system fuse: 7.5 A
Ignition fuse:
15.0 A
Parking lighting fuse: 7.5 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 15.0 A
ABS motor fuse:
MT09A 30.0 A
ABS solenoid fuse: MT09A 15.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
ABS control unit fuse:
MT09A 7.5 A
Backup fuse: 7.5 A
Electronic throttle valve fuse: 7.5 A
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1. Remove the headlight unit side
covers by removing the bolts on
each side. 2. Pull up the headlight unit cover to
separate it from the headlight unit.
3. Remove the grommets. 4. Disconnect the auxiliary light cou-
pler.
5. Disconnect the headlight coupler, and then remove the headlight
unit from the vehicle.
1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
1. Bolt
1
1
1. Bolt
2. Headlight unit side cover
1. Headlight unit cover1
1
2
21
1. Grommet
1. Auxiliary light coupler1
1
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66. Remove the headlight bulb cover.
7. Unhook the headlight bulb holder,
then remove the burnt-out bulb. 8. Place a new headlight bulb into
position, then secure it with the
bulb holder.
9. Install the headlight bulb cover.
10. Install the headlight unit as shown, and then connect the headlight
coupler. 11. Connect the auxiliary light cou-
pler.
12. Align the holes in the headlight unit with the holes in the headlight
unit cover.
13. Install the grommets.
14. Place the headlight unit side cov- ers in their original position, and
then install the bolts.
15. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the headlight beam if necessary.
1. Headlight coupler
1. Headlight bulb cover
1
1
1. Headlight bulb holder
2. Headlight bulb
12
1. Headlight unit
2. Headlight coupler1
2
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EAU24182
Tail/brake li ghtThis model is equipped with an LED-
type tail/brake light.
If the tail/brake light does not come on,
have a Yamaha dealer check it.
EAU24205
Replacin g a turn sig nal light
b ul b1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the burnt-out bulb by pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise. 3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the screw. NOTICE: Do not over-
ti ghten the screw, otherwise the
lens may break.
[ECA11192]
1. Turn signal light lens
2. Screw
1
2
1. Turn signal light bulb
1
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